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Driver of truck that killed teen still sought

Posted at 9:25 AM, Mar 03, 2016
and last updated 2016-03-04 08:13:22-05

CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. -- Investigators have released a more detailed description of the truck they say hit and killed a 14-year-old boy on a bicycle last week and fled the scene.

The updated possible description is a silver, or light color, 2003 to 2006 Chevrolet pickup truck; possibly a Silverado with either an extended cab or crew cab.  The truck likely has damage to the driver side headlight / bumper area and possible damage to the windshield.  The truck is also possibly lifted and may have a chrome tool box in the bed of the truck.

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The trucks pictured here are examples of the truck they are looking for, and not the actual vehicle connected to the crash.

Troopers say that on Friday night, an unidentified driver crossed the center line of Sheehan Drive and struck 14-year-old Devin Federly as he rode his bike  Federly died at the hospital from his injuries.  The driver of the truck fled the scene.

The Florida Highway Patrol continues to aggressively investigate all leads in this case. Anyone with any information regarding the hit and run driver or vehicle please call the Florida Highway Patrol at 239-938-1800 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-780-8477.